Welcome to the new #Readpawty blog. We anipals sure like to read, don't we. And we like to talk. And most of all, anipals like to share with their friends. So here's where we can share the books we've read and loved with our fellow anipals. There is also a page with instructions for how to use the Book Swap List.

I decided to read Goodbye, Friend: Healing Wisdom for Anyone Who Has Ever Lost a Pet by Gary Kowalski first thing this year. I lost my dear kitty Sebastian last June and have had a very hard time dealing with the grief. I wanted to start the new year with a fresh look at the loss and try to move on.

I'm so glad I read this book. It helped me put things into perspective about my loss. Mr. Kowalski talks about the cycle of life in a way that helped me accept things. He also spoke about the afterlife, which put my mind at ease.

There is a section of readings at the end of the book that can be used in a memorial ceremony for a deceased pet. They vary in length and style. Some are biblical passages and some are quotes from books. Whatever your religious views, you should find something that fits your needs.

I would suggest this book for anyone who has lost a beloved pet. This is also a book that I would consider gifting to a friend who is dealing with this type of loss. The book is short. I read it in just a couple of hours. It's a book that I know I will read again sometime in the future, as our pets just don't live as long as we would like.

Thank you Amy! I think this is an impawtant book for us all to know about. Sometimes humans just need help coping when we cross the bridge. It's good to know there are sources out there to help them.

There are two more book reviews coming up. I hope you'll read them all.

M said she'd better pick up a copy of this book since Amy recommended it. WIll be a good one to have on hand to loan to friends too who are dealing with the loss of a dear pet. Thanks for the good review.

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